“The electorate of Cowan, like all of the outer suburban electorates of Australia's major cities, represents the best of our country. And if the outer suburbs represent our new demographic heartland, it is a warm and trusting heart indeed.”
Dr Anne Aly MP, first speech, 12 September 2016
The Federal Division of Cowan takes in diverse, vibrant communities across Perth’s northern suburbs. It’s full of warm-hearted and welcoming people who work hard, look out for each other, and pursue a better future for themselves and their loved ones. It is an area of Perth defined by its friendly families, active local volunteers, and thriving community spirit.
The suburbs below form part of Cowanfrom the 2025 election.
Alexander Heights
Balcatta
Balga
Ballajura
Cullacabardee
Darch
Dianella (north of Morley Drive)
Girrawheen
Greenwood
Hamersley
Koondoola
Landsdale
Madeley
Malaga
Marangaroo
Mirrabooka
Nollamara
Stirling
Warwick
Westminster
Wangara
“Cowan, as I mentioned in my first speech, is a beautiful and wonderful mix of different demographics, including new and emerging communities, new developments, older suburbs and significant commercial and light industrial areas.”
Dr Anne Aly MP, address-in-reply, 19 September 2019
